A Note From Our Founder

 The topic of grief is always sensitive because you need to have the right balance of empathy and advice when talking with new grief navigators. I am never perfect when talking with folks, but I try to intentionally strike the right balance. One piece of advice I like to give new grief navigators is a simple mantra and that is "act instead of reacting". You will be incredibly sad and it will be tough to even get up, but even if it is small, plan your actions. That may mean planning to cry, planning to watch Netflix, planning to sleep, planning to workout, and planning to think deeply about your loss. It is easier said than done, but the concept is sound and you can start with at least one hour a day to plan and act and let it build. Grief sucks - we need tools, resources, guidelines, suggestions, etc. more when things are tragic than when things are easy and that is why when talking with recent grief navigators, I always suggest the concept of act not react.

The AEA Founder

Resilience

If you are on the journey of grief, you know that grief does not consist of linear steps but there are times when you may feel like you are going in circles. The same is true with the healing journey of grief, it is not linear as you may go through cycles as you move through the process toward resilience.

The Background:

What it Includes

• Behavioral-based Approach: Focuses on modifying actions and responses. 
• Focus on Resilience: Cultivating strength to bounce back from adversity and thrive.
• Emphasis on setting aside time each day for healing: 
  Intentional time each day for self-care and emotional recovery.
• Provides tools for navigating grief: Videos, journaling, activities, and reframing how to think about grief.
• Proactive participation: Encourages daily activities that promote personal growth and well-being. 
• Structured exercises: Reframe concepts around gratitude and love instead of grief and loss.